We quickly became familiar with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz while tracking viral internet rumors and conspiracies that emerged after U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris picked him as her Democratic running mate during the 2024 presidential election. Claims quickly began to spread about everything from laws he approved in Minnesota to his military service to his son, Gus.
Some of these claims came from satire sites, like a rumor that Walz was kicked out of a restaurant by former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal. Others spread from various politicians or publications, like a claim that spread from far-right media outlets stating Walz approved a law that banned Christians, Jews and Muslims from teaching (false).
In short, we've fact-checked the hottest claims that have surrounded Walz — and will continue to in the lead-up to the November election. Be sure to keep an eye on this roundup. We'll keep this collection updated whenever we publish a new article about the vice-presidential nominee.
